Explanatory Notes

Public Audit (Wales) Act 2013

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29 April 2013

Commentary on Sections

Schedule 1 – Incorporation of Wales Audit Office

Paragraphs 8 and 9 – Other terms of appointment

63.The Assembly may determine other terms and conditions applicable to the non-executive members of the WAO including the Chair. These agreements or arrangements may include restrictions on the offices and other positions a non-executive member may hold for a period of up to two years after these cease to hold office (paragraph 8)

64.Before making a determination on such terms and conditions there must be consultation with an appropriate person with oversight of public appointments the Assembly considers appropriate (paragraph 9).